Advent: What Are You Waiting For? | Waiting on God
December 22, 2024 • Pastor Tim Runtsch
We’ve all felt the frustration of waiting for God to act, questioning whether he hears us at all. But Advent reminds us that God’s response to our waiting isn’t delayed—it has already arrived in the person of Jesus. In the final week of Advent, we’ll confront the impatience we feel as we wait for God to move and discover how that waiting is transformed by the love that came down at Christmas. Join us as we reflect on how God’s love is the ultimate fulfillment of all our waiting. As we conclude our sermon and Life Group series, “What Are You Waiting For?” we’ll explore the message, “Waiting on God,” and celebrate the gift of Isaiah 9:6-7.
Early Christmas: Carols, Candles & Communion | Where Are You Christmas?
December 19, 2024 • Pastor Tim Runtsch • Luke 2, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 9:6–7, Micah 5:2–4
This Christmas Eve, join us at Redeemer as we ask the simple but profound question, “Where Are You Christmas?” As we ponder this question, we will explore the ways that the true meaning of Christmas can feel elusive amid the chaos, commercialism, and stress of the season. In a world that often seems "kerbobbled," we will rediscover the simplicity and wonder of the message proclaimed first to the shepherds in Luke 2: “Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord.” Together, we’ll reflect on how God’s gift of grace, revealed in Jesus, grounds us in the true joy and peace of Christmas.
Advent: What Are You Waiting For? | Waiting In Sorrow
December 15, 2024 • Pastor Caleb Cox • Psalm 30:4–12, Luke 7:18–28
Sorrow and grief are powerful emotions that can make waiting feel unbearable. Yet, Advent reminds us that even in our deepest sorrow, God promises joy. In the third week of Advent, we’ll reflect on how sorrow and joy can coexist as we await the celebration of Christ’s birth. God turns our mourning into dancing, and we’ll explore how joy breaks through our sorrow with the promise of Jesus. As we continue our sermon and Life Group series, “What Are You Waiting For?” we’ll dive into the message, “Waiting in Sorrow,” drawing joy from Psalm 30:4-12.
Advent: What Are You Waiting For? | Waiting in Anxiety
December 8, 2024 • Pastor Mike Curtis • Philippians 4:4–9, Luke 3:1–9
In our world, waiting often comes with anxiety. We worry about the future, our loved ones, and the unknown. But in the second week of Advent, we’ll discover that waiting doesn’t have to be marked by anxiety. Instead, God offers us His peace—a peace that surpasses all understanding. Join us as we explore the contrast between anxious waiting and the peace of Christ that is ours as we prepare for His coming. As we continue our sermon and Life Group series, “What Are You Waiting For?” we’ll dive into a message titled “Waiting in Anxiety,” gaining peace from Philippians 4:4-9
Advent: What Are You Waiting For? | Waiting in Disappointment
December 1, 2024 • Pastor Tim Runtsch • Isaiah 40:1–5, Luke 21:25–36
Disappointment can leave us feeling hopeless and stuck in the waiting. But what if disappointment is actually an invitation to hope? In the first week of Advent, we’ll explore how the people of Israel waited in disappointment for the promised Messiah and how God’s words of comfort brought them hope. Join us as we reflect on how God meets us in our deepest disappointments and offers renewed hope in Jesus. As we continue our sermon and Life Group series, “What Are You Waiting For?” we’ll dive into the message, “Waiting in Disappointment,” drawing hope from Isaiah 40:1-5.
Thanksgiving Eve | Rest For Your Soul
November 27, 2024 • Pastor Mike Curtis • Colossians 2:6–10, Matthew 11:25–30
Every year as we sit down to Thanksgiving dinner, wherever we may be and with whomever we are sharing the meal, we have an opportunity to give thanks to God. But where does that “thanks-giving” come from? God gives us his strength to rely on, and this strength allows us to find rest in him through the work of his Son, Jesus. Join us for an approach to Thanksgiving that finds its source in resting in God, from the inside out!
The Serving Challenge | Alleluia
November 24, 2024 • Philippians 2:1–11, Matthew 25:14–23
What would it be like to stand before Christ, the King of kings, and hear the words, "Well done, good and faithful servant"? Join us this Sunday as we explore the return of our King when all nations will stand before his throne and recount our deeds done to the least of these. We will discover how Christ has uniquely gifted each of us for His kingdom work and learn how to live faithfully with what we've been given as we await the return of our King. Our sermon is called, “Alleluia”.
The Serving Challenge | Ambition
November 17, 2024 • Philippians 2:1–11, John 3:22–30
All of us are called to live with purpose and meaning, but our ultimate ambition to serve is to glorify God. The legacy we leave is not found in making our name great, but in making his name great. This Sunday, we will be reminded of the truth that no matter what our serving looks like in this world, one day the shalom peace of God will reign, and God himself will get all the glory. Our sermon is called, “Ambition”.
The Serving Challenge | Ability
November 10, 2024 • Pastor Tim Runtsch • Matthew 25:14–30, Philippians 2:1–11
Jesus is the unique Son of God who is somehow fully man and fully God at the same time. Because of his singular role, he had the ability to bring forgiveness of sins to everyone in the world, including you! You do not have that ability, but you are uniquely wired and gifted. As we continue to learn how to serve best in this world, we’ll learn how important it is to know who we are in Jesus, how we are uniquely made, and in what ways God calls each of us to serve to the best of our ability. Our sermon is called, “Ability”.
The Serving Challenge | Action
November 3, 2024 • Pastor Tim Runtsch • Philippians 2:1–11, Luke 7:11–17
It's one thing to be ready, to think about, and to strategize about serving. It's another to step into action. Jesus made himself available by coming down into this world, but he would continue to take further action. We will discover that a life of serving is ultimately a call to action. We will also celebrate and remember our own personal “Saints” who have gone to be with Jesus. Our sermon is called, “Action”.
The Serving Challenge | Availability
October 27, 2024 • Pastor Caleb Cox • Mark 5:21–34, Philippians 2:1–11
It’s astounding that Jesus made himself available by leaving his throne in heaven to come down into this world. By doing this, Jesus shows, from the beginning, that he’s willing to lose so others would win. This Reformation Sunday celebration will look at what it means to be available to serve those in need as we navigate a busy, hurried, and chaotic world. Our sermon is called, “Availability”.
The Serving Challenge | Attitude
October 20, 2024 • Philippians 2:1–11, Mark 7:14–23
Sadly, many people today misunderstand God’s attitude toward them. Sunday, we will look at the mindset of Jesus, and how his attitude toward us shapes how he serves us. Before we focus on serving externally, it’s important that our heart is in the right place, just like Jesus. Our sermon is called, “Attitude”.
The Serving Challenge | The Serving Challenge
October 13, 2024 • Pastor Tim Runtsch • Philippians 2:1–11, Matthew 20:20–27
If Jesus offers a full and abundant life, then why does it feel as if words like burnout, exhaustion, anger, loneliness, unhappiness, and anxiety are winning the day? Something feels very off. A full and abundant life has purpose, meaning, fulfillment, joy, and happiness. So, what are we missing? Join us this weekend as we kick off our new all-church series, “The Serving Challenge”. Over the next 40 days, we will discover the invitation from Jesus to find fulfillment, joy, happiness, purpose, and meaning in flipping our mentality from “serve us” to “service”.
Walking with the Chosen | I Am He
October 6, 2024 • Pastor Tim Runtsch • John 4:1–26, Isaiah 55:1–3
This week, join us for the final installment of the “Walking with The Chosen” series. We will witness the life changing encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Jesus' declaration that he is the Messiah invites us to seek and worship Him in spirit and truth, transforming our understanding of who he is and our relationship with Him. Let’s learn more about Jesus’ identity and all that comes with it in a message titled, “I Am He.” Our guiding scriptures will be Isaiah 55:1-3 and John 4:1-26. If possible, watch episode 8 of the first season of The Chosen before joining us for worship on this day.
Walking with the Chosen | Invitations
September 29, 2024 • Pastor Tim Runtsch • Hosea 6:1–3, Matthew 9:9–13
This week, as we continue our series, “Walking with The Chosen”, we will explore the power of Jesus' invitation to Matthew, a tax collector, to follow him. This story challenges us to consider the radical inclusivity of Jesus' call and the transformative impact it has on those who respond in faith. Join us for a message on these themes titled, “Invitations.” Our guiding scriptures will be Hosea 6:1-3 and Matthew 9:9-13. If possible, watch episode 7 of the first season of The Chosen before joining us for worship on this day.
